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Programme Analyst Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

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Last updated 5 November 2025
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A Programme Analyst, or Research Analyst improves an organisation’s processes, programmes and services through recommendations based on extensive research. Their primary duties include analysing company programmes and procedures, identifying problem areas and recommending solutions.

Programme Analyst duties and responsibilities

A Programme Analyst most important duties and responsibilities include: 

  • Performing research and data analysis to identify business trends and relevant issues
  • Drafting program requirements based on research data
  • Drafting and revising procedural documents
  • Documenting all program changes
  • Evaluating program and operational effectiveness
  • Collaborating with Programme Managers to develop and implement new programs
  • Tracking performance metrics across the organisation
  • Presenting recommendations to management and other collaborators
  • Performing data validation and quality control checks to show adherence to study protocols

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Example 1

The Common Mission Project (CMP) is a registered UK Charity that educates entrepreneurs through our national security, civic, and social entrepreneurship university programmes. CMP bases our university entrepreneurship courses on core principles of the Lean Launchpad*® *in a fast-paced higher education module taught at universities across the United Kingdom.

The Common Mission Project is looking for a high-energy and versatile Programme Analyst and Alumni Lead to join our small but growing team to help administer its education programmes whilst supporting the rapid growth of the charity. Additionally, to take on management of the Alumni Programme. The Programme Analyst will be responsible for facilitating the education programmes’ day-to-day operations, programming, stakeholder relationships, and support. Working with the Programme Lead, you will be responsible for the administration of the Common Mission Project’s education programmes.

Our education programmes are dynamic and fast-paced and require the ability to solve problems on a daily basis with creativity, initiative, and drive. In addition, you must have excellent attention to detail in order to deliver this high calibre programme.

What’s the role?
You will:

  • Administer the day-to-day operations of the education programmes.
  • Support in-person and virtual training as required by the Programme Lead.
  • Support the planning of special events, and conferences including scheduling, coordination with outside vendors, logistics, promotional activities, PR, and media related to events.
  • Maintain systems to track progress and regular evaluation of programmes to measure success.
  • Assist in the expansion of existing and new education programmes.
  • Develop and maintain existing stakeholder relationships and develop own networks and stakeholder relationships.
  • Support the lead to maintain CRM platforms for education programmes.
  • Manage the existing alumni programme including managing the community and sign-ups, draft a monthly newsletter, planning and organising events throughout the year to engage the alumni community, and writing the programme’s annual report. You will work with the Social Media Manager and report to Programme Lead.
  • Be responsible for executing the Alumni Programme strategy and tracking/measuring its success.
  • Have the ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment while performing under pressure and working to tight deadlines. Anticipating and planning for potential issues and organising resources is an expectation of this role; however, high performers will remain calm under chaos and navigate the bumps in the road with poise when the plans get off track or a situation becomes challenging.
  • Manage CMP’s Peer Mentor Programme, including managing existing relationships, developing new relationships, and matching mentors to universities. You will also be responsible for ensuring the quality of the programme by gathering feedback, data and reviewing the programme as required.
  • Be willing to roll up your sleeves and take on additional areas of responsibility as required by the Programme Lead and Director of Programmes.
  • Establish and maintain trust and credibility with the customer, even in times of crisis, errors, and challenges.
  • Take initiative, solve problems, and work independently and handle difficult situations with minimal support from senior management, while keeping all parties informed.
  • Have a positive, team-oriented attitude and a never quit, think-to-the-finish spirit.
  • Be well organised with an excellent eye for detail and the ability to multitask across multiple projects while retaining a cool head.
















What we need from you
You have:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to facilitate and present in both large and small group settings.
  • Have a passion for entrepreneurship and a commitment to solving problems.
  • Experience of developing and managing professional relationships.
  • Fluent computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Trello, HubSpot and Slack as well as strong social-media skills and understanding.
  • Proof of direct interaction with customers to achieve customer satisfaction.
  • Excellent proven project management skills including planning work, managing details, keeping multiple tasks/projects on track, using time well, and doing whatever it takes to deliver outstanding results.
  • Ability to perform under pressure with tight deadlines.
  • Experience managing up and across, within a range of different methods.
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to influence without authority across a variety of teams.
  • Ability to drive enterprise change and passion for continuous learning.
  • Experience of working in Higher Education or government, event organisation, and marketing experience would all be beneficial.












Interested candidates should apply with their CV and a cover letter.

We support an inclusive culture and diversity for our staff. We are committed to further growth from diverse groups, and we look forward to welcoming you.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

Education:
  • Bachelor's authorisation:
  • United Kingdom Location: Hybrid remote in London
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What does a Programme Analyst do?

A Programme Analyst evaluates the processes and systems in an organisation and finds ways to improve them. They conduct research, identify business and market trends and analyse procedures. Using the data gathered, they present their recommendations to management with the goal of optimising performance across the business. Programme Analysts also draft new company policies and procedures, identify and solve problems, monitor policy compliance and address performance issues.

Programme Analysts work in several industries, including finance, technology, education and more. They possess a firm grasp of information technology (IT) principles and can manage large projects.

Programme Analyst skills and qualifications

Programme Analyst need to possess a combination of analytical, project management and technical skills. A successful Programme Analyst candidate will need to have certain prerequisite skills and qualifications that typically include:

  • Research and analytic skills
  • Numeracy and computer skills
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
  • Project management and organisational skills
  • Excellent written communication
  • Working knowledge of database management tools
  • Ability to work well on a team
  • Time management skills

Programme Analyst experience requirements

A Programme Analyst position usually requires one or two years of work experience as a Programme Analyst, Management Analyst, Research Analyst or a similar role. Mid-level Programme Analyst positions require three to five years of experience, while Senior Programme Analysts require over five years of experience.

Prior experience in research and a strong background in project management, market analysis, statistics, database management and program coordination will be useful. This can be acquired through an internship or apprenticeship. Other experience requirements depend on the company and the industry in which it operates.

Programme Analyst education and training requirements

Programme Analyst positions require a bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, economics, statistics or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus, though not compulsory. In lieu of a degree, a higher apprenticeship as a Data Analyst may be accepted.

Other training requirements include courses from the Market Research Society such as Introduction to Qualitative Research, Crafting and Designing Presentations, Data Privacy in Research, Data Visualisation and Qualitative Analysis. Other training requirements depend on the hiring company.

Programme Analyst salary expectations

According to Indeed Salaries, a Programme Analyst in the UK can expect to make an average of £32,433 per year. This salary depends on the candidate’s level of experience and education, the company’s geographical location and industry trends.

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